INTERDISCIPLINARY SOCIAL SCIENCES San Jose State University Multiple Subject Teacher Preparation Program
SOCIAL SCIENCES MULTIPLE SUBJECT TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAM Student Handbook SJSU Department of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Dudley Morehead Hall 239 One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0121 Phone (408) 924-5740 Fax (408) 924-5753
Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction... 1 Section 2: Advising Process... 2 Section 3: Program Requirements... 3 Section 4: Course Requirements in the Major... 4 Section 5: Course Descriptions... 6 Section 6: Sample Road Map... 8 Section 7: Portfolio Project... 9 Section 8: How to Become a Teacher in California... 10 Section 9: Resources... 12
1 Introduction to the Program Welcome to Social Science Teacher Education! W W e offer majors in both elementary (Multiple Subject Teacher Preparation) and secondary (Single Subject Teacher Preparation) teacher education. Our content and pedagogy not only focuses on the subject matter needed to effectively teach social science in K-12 public classrooms, but also equips our student teachers with knowledge and training to work with diverse student populations. Race/ethnicity, class and gender are at the center of our work as teacher educators. We firmly believe it is our social responsibility to prepare our Social Science majors for the diversity that exists in our public schools. If you plan to teach Social Studies in the California public schools, we recommend that you major in either Multiple Subject Social Science Teacher Preparation (K-8) or Single Subject Social Science Teacher Preparation (7-12). We are the only department in the College of Social Sciences that offers a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) approved major for students interested in teaching in K-12 public schools. Both our majors were designed to meet the requirements set forth in the CCTC document: Standards of Quality and Effectiveness for Subject Matter Programs. Our courses are specifically designed to ensure that our graduates have a solid foundation in the subject matter areas related to their teaching assignments in K 12 classrooms. If you care about children/youth, equity in education and you want to make a positive contribution to the field of education, Social Science is the right major for you. We welcome you and invite you to join us. It is our mission to train exemplary teachers, advocates, and leaders for the betterment of our schools and our society. This handbook will guide you through the Multiple Subject Teacher Preparation Program and get you started with the first steps you need to become a skilled and dynamic elementary school teacher. 1
2 Advising Process T T he first step is to make an appointment with the Multiple Subject Teacher Preparation advisor. At this initial meeting, your advisor will work with you to establish an individualized road map that will guide you through the program. You will then need to check in with your advisor each semester to update your status and be sure that you are on the right path toward achieving your academic goals. What to bring with you to your advising session: GE checklist/transfer credit summary (transfer students) Unofficial transcripts from all previous institutions Unofficial transcripts from previous semesters at SJSU Questions you have about your major, minor, GE requirements, etc. Advisor Maria Luisa Alaniz, Ph.D. Professor of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Office: Dudley Morehead Hall 220 (408) 924-5543 maria.alaniz@sjsu.edu 2
3 Program Requirements BA - Social Science, Preparation for Teaching (Multiple Subject) T T his major is designed for students interested in teaching in elementary school or middle school. The following course work satisfies San Jose State University's requirements for a BA in Social Science. Maintaining a minimum grade point average (GPA) and completion of the program will not guarantee admission to the credential program. Like all other applicants, students must meet credential program standards and undergo screening for admission. See "Teaching: How to Become a Teacher in California" below for information on application and admission to credential programs. 3
4 Course Requirements in the Major Lower Division (6 Units) HIST 001A/HIST 001B World History (6) HIST 015A/HIST 015B U.S. History and Government (6) OR (select one AFAM 002A/AFAM 002B African American History (6) OR six-unit MAS 010A and MAS 010B Mexican American History (6) OR course) AAS 033A and AAS 033B Asian Americans in the US (6) Upper Division (30 Units) ANTH 115 The Emerging Global Culture (3) ECON 109 Economics for Teachers (3) GEOG 112 Nations, Cultures, and Territorial Disputes (3) POLS 102 State Government and Politics (3) SOCS 137 CA in Historical and Social Science Perspectives (3) SOCS 138 U.S. in Historical and Social Science Perspectives (3) SOCS 139 World in Historical and Social Science Perspectives(3) SOCS 177 Society and Education (3) SOCS 195 Theory and Practice in the Social Sciences (3) SOCI 162 Race and Ethnic Relations (3) Support Requirements for a Diversified Major (60-66 Units) Language & Literature ENGL 001A Composition 1A (3) ENGL 001B Composition 1B (3) ENGL 112A Children s Literature (3) ENGL 103 Modern English (3) or LLD 107 Patterns of English (3) Any GE Area A3 Course LLD 108 Intro. to Second Language Development (3) and EDEL 108E Teaching Reading in Diverse Classrooms (3) or CHAD 150 Development of Communicative Competence (3) and CHAD 151 Developing Literacy in a Diverse Society (3) 4
Mathematics MATH 012 Number Systems (3) MATH 105 Concepts in Mathematics, Probability and Statistics(3) MATH 106 Intuitive Geometry (3) Science (12 Units) CHEM 035 Introduction to Physical Sciences (3) BIOL 021 Human Biology (3) GEOL 103 Earth Systems and the Environment (3) SCI 110 Global Themes of Science (3) Visual and Performing Arts (9 Units) CA 177 Interdisciplinary Arts for Teaching (3) ART 039 Multicultural Arts for Children (3) or ART 138 Studio Art Experiences for Young People (3) or DANC 148 Children s Dance (3) or MUSC 010B Introduction to Music (3) or MUSC 185A Music for Children (3) or TA 131 Storytelling and Creative Dramatics (3) Physical Education and Health (3-6 Units) KIN 177 Movement Experiences for Children (3) and EDTE 190 Health Education for the Classroom Teacher (3) or CHAD 149 Child Health and Physical Activity (3) Human Development (3-6 Units) PSYC 082 Child and Adolescent Psychology (3) and CHAD 067 Development of Human Potential (3) or CHAD 060 Child Development (3) Other Preparation (3 Units) SOCS 100W Writing Workshop (3) In addition to the above requirements for the major students must also complete the following requirements for a total of 120 units: General Education Requirements (6) - Of the 51 units required by the university, 45 may be satisfied by specified major and support requirements. Consult major advisor for details. American Institutions (6) - Of the 6 units required by the university, all may be satisfied within general education requirements as specified in the schedule of classes. Physical Education (2) Electives (10-15 Units) - Foreign language and technology requirements for teaching credential strongly recommended (see Credential Information Services). 5
5 Course Descriptions ANTH 115: The Emerging Global Culture (3) Introduction to systems concepts and approach as a way to investigate the global impacts of industrial technology on political, economic, social and moral/psychological structures of humankind. Prerequisite: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. For students who begin continuous enrollment at a CCC or a CSU in Fall 2005 or later, completion of, or corequisite in a 100W course is required. Notes: Recommended for behavioral science majors. GE Area V. AAS 033A: Asian Americans in the U.S. (3) - Historical and political factors which shaped the culture, institutions and society of America. The role of workers, immigrants and people of color, with Asian Americans as a particular focus. Note: Entire sequence satisfies GE Areas D2,3; F1,2,3. GE: M6. AAS 033B: Asian Americans in the U.S. (3) - Historical and political factors which shaped the culture, institutions and society of America. The role of workers, immigrants and people of color, with Asian Americans as a particular focus. Note: Entire sequence satisfies GE Areas D2,3; F1,2,3. GE: M7. ECON 109: Economics for Teachers (3) - Economic analysis of such topics as unemployment, inflation, poverty, pollution, education and international trade will be covered within the context of K-12 education. Prerequisite: Upper division standing. Notes: Not acceptable for Economics majors, except double majors; acceptable for Economics minors. GEOG 112 Nations, Cultures, and Territorial Disputes (3) - In a world with rapidly diminishing resources new conflicts are emerging based on factors such as ethnicity, economic opportunity, religion, and nationalism. Explore global circumstances leading to conflict. Prerequisite: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. For students who begin continuous enrollment at a CCC or a CSU in Fall 2005 or later, completion of, or corequisite in a 100W course is required. GE Area V. HIST 015A: U.S. History and Government (3) - Treatment of essentials of U.S. history and politics. Satisfies the American Institutions requirements in history, government and ideals. Note: Entire sequence satisfies GE Areas D2,3; F1,2,3. GE M6 HIST 015B: U.S. History and Government (3) - Treatment of essentials of U.S. history and politics. Satisfies the American Institutions requirements in history, government and ideals. Note: Entire sequence satisfies GE Areas D2,3; F1,2,3. 6
POLS 102: State Government and Politics (3) - Origins, development, modern organization and contemporary problems of state government, with special reference to California. Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor consent. Notes: Satisfies American Institutions requirement in California government. SOCS 137: CA in Historical and Social Science Perspectives (3) - This interdisciplinary course examines the evolution of the state of California through the perspectives of historians, geographers, economists, political scientists, and other social scientists. Notes: Not acceptable for Economics majors, except double majors; acceptable for Economics minors. SOCS 138: U.S. in Historical and Social Science Perspectives (3) - Examines the development of the US to 1900 through the combined lenses of History and the Social Science disciplines of Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, and Anthropology. Prerequisite: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. For students who begin continuous enrollment at a CCC or a CSU in Fall 2005 or later, completion of, or corequisite in a 100W course is required. GE Area S. SOCS 139: World in Historical and Social Science Perspectives (3) - This interdisciplinary course investigates world civilizations from the dawn of mankind until 1750. Prerequisite: HIST 015A and HIST 015B or AAS 033A and AAS 033B. Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. For students who begin continuous enrollment at a CCC or a CSU in Fall 2005 or later, completion of, or corequisite in a 100W course is required. GE Area V. SOCS 177: Sociology of Education (3) - This course applies sociology of education theory to the analysis of the relationship between society and education. The course focuses on race/ethnicity, class and gender in the U.S. educational system. Prerequisites: Upper division standing or instructor consent. SOCS 195: Theory and Practice in the Social Sciences (3) - A synthesis stressing interdisciplinary approaches to the extent that each discipline is seen as unique in its application to the examination of humankind. Required for majors. Prerequisites: SOCS 177; completed graduation application; or instructor consent. SOCI 162: Race and Ethnic Relations (3) - Analysis of racial and ethnic groups in American society; contacts and conflicts; prejudice and discrimination; dominant and subordinate group status; social structure of racial and ethnic inequality within society. Comparison of global race and ethnic relations. Prerequisite: Completion of core GE, satisfaction of Writing Skills Test and upper division standing. For students who begin continuous enrollment at a CCC or a CSU in Fall 2005 or later, completion of, or corequisite in a 100W course is required. GE Area S. 7
6 Sample Roadmap Freshman Year (Fall) Freshman Year (Spring) AAS 33A or HIST15A 3 AAS 33B or HIST 15B (F 1-2-3) 3 ENGL 1A (A2) 3 ENGL 1B (C3) 3 MAS 74 (A1) 3 MATH 12 (B4) 3 GE (B1) 3 GE (B3) 3 PE 2 AAS 25 (D2) 3 Elective 1 Total Units 14 16 Sophomore Year (Fall) Sophomore Year (Spring) CHEM 35 3 BIOL 21 (B2) 3 CHAD 60 3 GE (C1) 3 GE (C2) 3 WOMS 10 (D1) 3 POLS 20 (A3) 3 SOCI 80 (D3) 3 GE (E) 3 ANTH 11 3 Total Units 15 15 Junior Year (Fall) Junior Year (Spring) SOCS 100W (Z) 3 SOCS 195 3 SOCS 137 3 SOCS 138 3 SCI 110 3 SOCS 162 3 MATH 105 3 MATH 106 3 EDEL 3 CHAD 149 3 Total Units 15 15 Senior Year (Fall) Senior Year (Spring) SOCS 139 3 GEOG 112 3 SOCS 177 3 ENGL 112A 3 POLS 102 3 CHAD 151 3 ECON 109 3 GEOL 103 3 ANTH 115 3 CA 177 3 Total Units 15 15 8
7 Portfolio Project In order to meet subject matter competency and demonstrate your ability to teach social studies at the secondary level, you will complete a culminating portfolio assignment during the last semester of your degree program. Social Science195, the senior capstone course, is designed to assist you in the development of the final portfolio. As you proceed through the program, we suggest that you retain copies of syllabi, course notes, and all assignments that you have completed in individual classes. You may use this information to compile your essays for your portfolio and reflect upon what you have learned in the program. The portfolio is reviewed and evaluated by your Social Science 195 course instructor, the Social Science Subject Matter Program Coordinator and the College of Social Sciences. The reviewers determine if you will receive an evaluation of highly qualified in terms of subject matter competency based on the content of the portfolio. PORTFOLIO CONTENTS Resume Writing sample Unofficial transcripts General education evaluation checklist Major form signed by the major advisor A statement of purpose An essay about your educational history On-site teacher evaluation of field experience If the documents do not meet the standards set by the committee, and incomplete will be assigned. The student has an opportunity to revise and resubmit the portfolio. 9
8 How to Become a Teacher 1. Complete a Multiple Subject Matter Preparation Program The Social Science Preparation for Teaching Program at SJSU (single subject and multiple subject) is fully compliant with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) requirements for subject matter preparation for diversified subject matter preparation. 2. Apply for Admission to a Multiple Subject Credential Program Application procedures vary at different institutions. However, to give you a sense of what may be required by a credential program, we have provided below a list of the requirements for admission to San Jose State University s Multiple Subject Credential Program in Secondary Education. Applications to the Credential Program are accepted for both Fall and Spring semesters. Requirements include: o Application to San José State University Graduate Admissions o Application to Multiple Subject Credential Program o Resume o Official transcripts o Statement of purpose o Three letters of recommendation o Grade point average (GPA) of 2.87, or better o Passing score on California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) o Satisfaction of the U.S. Constitution requirement o Pre-Professional Experience - Completion of 45 hours of verifiable, supervised experience with children in a public school (grades 7-12) o Passing score on California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET): Multiple Subject Tests o Passing score on Technology Test or EDUC 122 o On-site writing test o Certificate of Clearance o Infant, Child and Adult CPR certification o Pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment 10
3. Complete a Multiple Subjects Credential Program Program options include BCLAD (Bilingual Cross-cultural Language & Academic Development) emphasis, internship, partnerships, and combination credential/master's degree. The following requirements apply to all of the above options: Preliminary Credential (Level I) o Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Bachelor's degree must be granted on the same day or after university graduation. o Prerequisites: Certificate of Clearance for personal and professional fitness o Foundations: EDEL 102 and EDEL 103 o Dual language: EDEL 162 o Curriculum: EDEL 108A, 108B, 108C, and 108D o Student teaching: 143A (Orientation) and 143B (Practicum), including EDTE 260/EDTE 246 In addition, these State requirements may be taken as prerequisites, or any time prior to applying for the Preliminary Credential: o EDTE 190 Health Education for the Classroom Teacher o EDSE 192 Mainstreaming for the Exceptional Child Professional Clear Credential (Level II) Employed teachers must continue professional development for a Level II credential following completion of the Preliminary Credential. This is generally completed through an induction program in the district where the individual is hired. 11
9 Resources For more information on the Teacher Preparation Program contact: SJSU Department of Social Science DMH 239, One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0121 (408) 924-5740 Fax (408) 924-5753 socs@email.sjsu.edu http://www.sjsu.edu/depts/socs/teach.htm For more information on applying to the credential program contact: SJSU Department of Elementary Education Multiple Subject Credential Program SH 305, One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0074 (408) 924-3771 lavette.hay@sjsu.edu elemed-group@sjsu.edu Additional Links: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing http://www.ctc.ca.gov/default.html (CSET) California Subject Examinations for Teachers http://www.cset.nesinc.com/ (CBEST) California Basic Educational Skills Test http://www.cbest.nesinc.com/ History-Social Science Framework for California Public Schools K-12 http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/cr/cf/documents/histsocsciframe.pdf 12